Guide: Creating an urban forest management plan for your community

• Identify who should be involved in the creation and implementation of your plan.    
• Explain the importance of proactive research and planning in urban forestry.
• Compile and assess key data and information that drive your urban forest priorities.  
• Engage your community and develop a shared vision for your municipality’s urban forest.  
• Set goals, targets and actions for urban forest management.  
• Determine how you will implement your plan.

Each of these topics are explained in depth, covering the multiple considerations and details required for a strong urban forest management plan.

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These resources were created in partnership by Tree Canada and FCM’s Green Municipal Fund (GMF) for the Growing Canada’s Community Canopies initiative, which is delivered by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities and funded by the Government of Canada.